When it comes to handling an era, choosing singles, writing catchy tunes, knowing what people want, not overexposing herself...etc...?

Not really no.

She doesn't decide or do all or even most of that herself.

Yep.

She's also the most self-aware, it seems.

No, but the team that crafted her is.

For real.

Isn't the label the driving force behind everything claimed.
If it is HER then yes she's AMAZINGLY talented for choosing 6 #1 singles and having some of the best music videos for the time.

No she isn't the smartes popstar ;p

Her label and management are on point yes, but I doubt she is the 'smartest' popstar...

Credit should be given to her label for that.

she is the female micheal jackson so of course

What?

Nope

Her label & marketing is very good. She herself is not the smartest, but she's not the dumbest either.

Based on her interviews I don't think so.

no

Most of that part of an artist's career is based upon label/management's decision.

Yes, the music is random pop but it slays on the charts! How so? Excellent promo.

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